MPC Poll | RBI likely to hold rates today, focus shifts to liquidity management, transmission

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is widely expected to maintain interest rates its February policy review , with industry experts flagging the end of the rate-cut cycle and a sharper focus on “liquidity management, transmission efficiency and financial conditions.” The MPC is set to meet on February 6, 2026.

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From residential housing to office assets and emerging industrial corridors, industry leaders expect Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to sustain the momentum built over the past few years while addressing evolving structural challenges.

Budget 2026 Expectations Highlights: Will FM Sitharaman’s Budget take cues from Economic Survey’s policy prescriptions? Capex, income tax measures in focus

Budget 2026 Expectations Highlights: On February 1, 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive Union Budget, setting a record of sorts. Budget 2026 is being looked at for multiple reasons: India is the fastest growing major economy, but will its growth story be dented by the global issues – both geopolitical and

From affordable housing to AIF incentives: real estate’s wishlist for Budget 2026

Real estate leaders are urging the Union Budget 2026 to prioritize policy continuity and targeted reforms. Key demands include expanding affordable housing definitions, interest subsidies for first-time buyers, and quicker project approvals. Developers also seek GST rationalization and industry status. Increased institutional capital and infrastructure development are seen as vital for sustained growth and employment

Digital Real Estate| Union Budget 2026: What real estate leaders want to see

As real estate leaders outline expectations from the Union Budget 2026, key priorities include demand revival, infrastructure-led growth, and greater institutional capital. Stakeholders seek tax incentives for homebuyers, easier financing for developers, SEZ reforms, and measures to boost affordability and sustainable construction, aiming to support balanced and long-term sector growth.

Budget 2026 expectations: Real estate, infrastructure, energy and manufacturing seek continuity, capex push

With infrastructure spending continuing to anchor India’s growth story, leaders from real estate, energy, manufacturing and allied sectors are urging the government to stay the course in Union Budget 2026, while addressing sector-specific structural challenges.

Golden Growth Fund deploys ₹58 crore in two South Delhi luxury real estate projects after fundraise

Golden Growth Fund (GGF), a Category II real estate focussed Alternative Investment Fund (AIF), said on December 15 it closed the second round of fundraising and deployed ₹58 crore to acquire two projects in Anand Niketan and Niti Bagh in south Delhi, with an estimated sales potential of ₹85 crore.

Golden Growth Fund deploys ₹58 cr in South Delhi luxury floor projects

The deployed capital will be invested for the acquisition of two projects in Anand Niketan and Niti Bagh in South Delhi, with a total saleable area of about 26,000 square feet and an estimated sales potential of Rs 85 crore,” GGF said in a statement.

Golden Growth Fund deploys Rs 58 crore in South Delhi luxury floor projects, eyes ₹400 crore fundraise

Golden Growth Fund, a Category II Alternate Investment Fund, which is looking to raise Rs 400 crore, has deployed Rs 58 crore in land acquisition in South Delhi and develop luxury floors. The fund, designed for South Delhi, have been deployed for the acquisition of two projects in Anand Niketan and Niti Bagh in South

Pension parking lot expanded to gold and silver ETFs, AIFs, Invits

Unlocking the flow of annual retirement savings worth about ₹1 trillion into a wider range of assets, including alternative investment funds (AIFs), equities, gold and silver exchange traded funds (ETFs), infrastructure investment trusts (Invits) and Basel-III tier-I bonds issued by state-owned shadow banks, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has significantly liberalised its

RBI MPC Meeting 2025 Highlights: RBI Cuts Repo Rate By 25 Bps On Softer Inflation, Strong GDP Growth At 8.2%

RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra-led Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on Friday unanimously decided to cut repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25 per cent from 5.50 per cent. The Central bank has kept the ‘Neutral’ instance for the following quarter.

New FDs may offer lower returns after RBI rate cut: Should you adjust your investment plan?

Depositors may see lower returns on fixed deposits (FDs) following the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) decision to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%. This is the fourth rate cut of 2025, and it signals a continued easing stance aimed at supporting economic growth while keeping inflation under control.

RBI Monetary Policy Meeting LIVE: RBI cuts repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%, revises GDP growth forecast

The Reserve Bank of India’s three-day Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%. The central bank’s Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the RBI has kept its stance neutral.

Your FD investments to take a hit as RBI cuts repo rate

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cut the repo rate by 25 basis points on Friday, December 5, 2025, bringing it down to 5.25%. The decision came after a three-day meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), which voted unanimously for the cut while keeping the policy stance neutral.

From Shanti Niketan to Golf Links, South Delhi’s luxury floor prices jump by 17%: Study

Category A colonies saw a 17 percent year-on-year (YoY) hike in average prices of independent floors while it was between 12-15 percent in the case of category-B colonies. Market observers said that the growth shows renewed buyer confidence and a surge in demand for luxury apartments.

Luxury housing demand drives South Delhi independent floor prices by 17%; Redevelopment potential at ₹6 lakh crore

A surge in redevelopment activity and growing demand for luxury housing has pushed up average price of independent floors in South Delhi between 12-17% across Category A and B colonies in the third quarter of 2025, according to a report.

Housing Sales Up; Anarock FY26 Forecast

Housing sales in seven major cities rose 7 per cent to Rs 2.98 lakh crore during the April-September period of this fiscal and may rise 19 per cent to over Rs 6.65 lakh crore in the full fiscal on better price realisation, according to Anarock.

Home sales value may grow 19% in FY26 despite volumes staying flat

As we approach FY26, the Indian housing sector is bracing for a substantial transformation, anticipating transactions worth ₹6.65 lakh crore—a 19% increase from previous years. Unit sales may be steady, but the appetite for premium properties is driving this growth, highlighting a trend where luxury homes take center stage.

Institutional Investments in Real Estate Grow 11% in Jul-Sep to $1.27 bn: Colliers

Institutional investments in Indian real estate rose 11 per cent to USD 1.27 billion in July-September on better fund inflows into office assets, according to Colliers. Real estate consultant Colliers India data showed that the institutional investments in real estate increased to 1,269.5 million during July-September, up from USD 1,148.7 million in the year-ago period.

Delhi circle rate revision: Should a separate ‘A+’ category be introduced for premium and farmhouse areas?

Real estate experts have proposed that the Delhi government introduce a new ‘A+’ category while revising circle rates in the capital. The category would cover premium areas and farmhouse zones, where property values far exceed those in existing Category A areas, often crossing ₹12–15 lakh per sq. m in open market transactions.

RBI Monetary Policy Meet LIVE: RBI keeps repo rate unchanged at 5.5%, monetary policy stance ‘neutral’

The Reserve Bank of India kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.5 percent on Wednesday. Further, RBI Chief Sanjay Malhotra announced that the MPC has decided to keep monetary policy stance unchanged at ‘neutral’. This is the second consecutive time that the repo rates have been kept unchanged.

RBI MPC Highlights: Repo Rate Pause Triggers Market Rally, Sensex Ends Near 81K, Nifty Over 24,800

RBI MPC October 2025 Highlights: The MPC convenes every two months to evaluate macroeconomic developments and recalibrate key policy instruments, most notably the repo rate.

RBI MPC Meeting 2025 Highlights: ‘GST Relief To Offset Tariff Impact To Some Extent; No Proposal To Levy UPI Transaction Fees

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its monetary policy decision today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The fourth bi-monthly meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) for FY26, chaired by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, was held from September 29 to October 1, culminating in today’s announcement of the repo rate decision.

RBI holds repo rate at 5.5%, real estate sector sees stability and festive boost

The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on October 1 left the repo rate unchanged at 5.5 percent, a move widely seen as balancing growth imperatives with inflation management while reinforcing confidence in the economy during the festival season.

India’s Housing Sales Likely To Touch 8-10 Lakh Units A Year By 2047 Vs 3-4 Lakh This Year: Report

India’s real estate sector is racing ahead on factors such as rapid urbanisation, massive infrastructure development and growing opportunities for employment including high-paying jobs with the expansion of GCCs among others.

Delhi Office Market to Add 5 million sq. ft. by 2027: CBRE-CII Report

The findings were shared in a joint report by CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd. and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), launched at the 2nd CII Delhi Real Estate Summit in New Delhi.

Rs 18 crore in 180 days: Vasant Vihar plot with no construction approval sold at huge profit. Why’s South Delhi’s property rate so high?

Akhil Wable’s ₹113 crore land purchase in Vasant Vihar highlights South Delhi’s robust property market. Driven by scarcity and high demand, prices continue to rise despite development challenges. Institutional investors and ultra-rich families fuel this market, reinforcing South Delhi’s status as India’s prime residential area

Data-for-India founder’s ₹113 Cr Vasant Vihar buy signals South Delhi boom

Akhil Wable, co-founder of the data platform DataforIndia, has acquired a 1,280 sq yd plot in Vasant Vihar, South Delhi, for ₹113 crore—a deal that spotlights the frenzy gripping India’s luxury property segment.

Data for India founder buys plot in Vasant Vihar for Rs 113 crore

South Delhi has shown a considerable appetite for real estate. The fact that only a limited inventory comes into the market, especially from owners looking to monetise their assets, means they find both investors and end-users willing to pay a premium. This has led to unprecedented price appreciation. For example, transactions in Vasant Vihar currently

113 करोड़ में खरीदी सिर्फ जमीन, सबसे महंगी प्रॉपर्टी डील में से एक, कहां हुआ ये सौदा

नई दिल्ली की सबसे महंगी जमीनों में से एक वसंत विहार में एक बड़ा सौदा हुआ है. डेटा फॉर इंडिया के फाउंडर अखिल वाबले ने यहां 1,280 वर्ग गज की जमीन ₹113 करोड़ में खरीदी है. यह सौदा ईलेंट एंटरप्राइजेज से हुआ, जिन्होंने इसे जनवरी 2025 में ₹95 करोड़ में खरीदा था और ₹6.65 करोड़

Redevelopment drives up price of luxury floors in South Delhi

South Delhi is one of India’s poshest regions, inhabited by wealthy businessmen, diplomats, bureaucrats, NRIs, lawyers, and doctors, among others. The well-established infrastructure, accessibility to corporate hubs in Gurugram, Noida, and Delhi, and the Indira Gandhi International Airport add to the appeal of residing here.

RBI policy: Rate cut will reduce borrowing costs, spark housing demand, boost real estate, say experts

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) decision to cut the repo rate by 50 basis points will lower EMIs, giving a boost to home buying and stimulate housing demand, real estate developers and experts said on June 6 after the central bank went for a larger-than-expected rate cut. The lowered rates will translate into decreased borrowing costs

South Delhi bungalows gain on Lutyens’ with airport connectivity and customization perks

Vineet Kapur, founder of skincare brand O3 Plus, and his wife Sonia Kapur recently purchased a bungalow in Delhi’s upscale Vasant Vihar for ₹72 crore. The property spans 800 square yards (approximately 663 sq m) and includes nearly two floors with a built-up area of 6,160 sq ft.

Prices of 6,000 sq ft luxury floors in South Delhi surge 105% in three years: Alternative Investment Fund

The price of luxury independent floors in South Delhi has risen as much as 105% in the last three years on the back of demand and investor interest, according to a report by Golden Growth Fund (GGF), a Category-II real estate focused Alternative Investment Fund (AIF).

O3+ Cosmetics founder Vineet Kapur buys Vasant Vihar bungalow for Rs 72 cr

In yet another high-value residential property deals of South Delhi, Vineet Kapur, founder of skincare brand O3+ Cosmetics, and his wife Sonia Kapur have purchased a sprawling bungalow in Vasant Vihar, one of Delhi’s most exclusive addresses, for a whopping Rs 72 crore, according to property documents accessed by CRE Matrix – a real estate

Golden Growth Fund invests Rs 180 crore in premium real estate projects in South Delhi

Golden Growth Fund (GGF) and Grovy India will invest Rs 180 crore in three South Delhi real estate projects located in Anand Niketan and Neeti Bagh, with a third project planned. These projects, covering 70,000 sq. ft., have a sales potential of Rs 240 crore, capitalizing on the area’s stable market and connectivity.

Realtors Expect Rise in Housing Demand With Likely Fall in Mortgage Rate Following Repo Rate Cut

The RBI decision to cut repo rate by 100 basis points since February, coupled with relief in personal income tax in the Budget, will have a positive impact on demand for residential properties, especially affordable and mid-income homes, according to real estate developers.

RBI’s Rate Cut Breathes Life Into Housing Market: What It Means For Homebuyers

In a move that could tilt the scales in favour of homebuyers, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on June 6 slashed the policy repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5 per cent, its third cut since February. With this, the central bank has lowered rates by a full percentage point in less than

Repo rate cuts may drive HNI investors towards Real Estate AIFs, say experts

Though the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) decision to reduce repo rate by 50 basis points is a strategic move to invigorate consumption demand and accelerate economic growth, market observers say that the move may result decline in fixed deposit (FD) rates and may dis-incentivise traditional depositors and high net-worth investors (HNIs) and ultra-high net-worth

RBI policy: You will now save Rs 3,000 per month on your 50 lakh home loan EMIs – Here’s how

The latest 50 bps cut is expected to significantly reduce home loan interest rates and revive housing demand, especially in the mid- and affordable segments. The 50 bps cut, if banks pass it on entirely to borrowers, could result in over Rs 1,500 per month saving on EMIs on home loans worth Rs 50 lakh